The Live Ukulele Podcast

Focusing on the Right Things Makes You Learn Faster

We spend so much time focusing on the minutia of ukulele that sometimes we forget the simple aspects that really make music sing. In this episode I talk about getting the

Practice, Woodshed, Grind: Tips for Maximizing Your Efforts & Time

Practicing ʻukulele is the most critical part of playing to get right. All of your work here compounds into your skills. Just practicing any ol' way can work, but yo

Funkulele and the Soul of Uke with Vince Esquire

In this episode I talk to Maui's own, Vince Esquire! He's one of the most original-sounding ukulele players you'll run across and he lends his shredding sk

How to Be the Most Annoying Ukulele Player Possible!

These things make me want to pull my hair out! Let's explore them together and learn what *not* to do to become better, more insightful ukulele players.  Whether le

Jessica Maeve: Normalizing the Ukulele

In this episode I chat with Jessica Maeve, a singer, songwriter, and ukulele player hard at work forging a path in music. Our conversation takes us from singing tips to g

DIY Mods to Get More Out of Your Ukulele

This episode is inspired by my old car that just keeps going. With some DIY adjustments, you can get the very best out of even a crappy ukulele. I discuss changing string

Marc Gallagher Got the UU Facebook Page Deleted

In this episode I chat with Marc Gallagher in the UK about writing songs on the ukulele, teaching kids, and how being honest and open is necessary and important, even if

The Details That Make Uke Songs Sound Larger Than Life

Welcome to 2026! In this episode I share some insight on how playing simple things one way or another drastically changes the sound of the music. We'll listen to som

Building Character With Your Ukulele

In this season finale episode I share some updates about my work and a realization about character in ukulele styles. Become a member: https://liveukulele.com/register/m

Maia Mayeshiro: Dance Scene Ukulele!

Maia is an instrumental ukulele virtuoso from Oʻahu who accompanies her playing with a wonder singing voice! She DJs dance parties and incorporates the uke into EDM genre

Dizzi Diamond on Originality and the Craft of Uke

In this episode I sit down with Dizzi Diamond to talk about music, freestyling, beauty, and her 8-string baritone ukulele. Dizzi's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

Uke Day Judgement - With Autotune!

Join me for some thoughts on ukulele week and how the uke isn't Portuguese, what it's like to have nervous students, and why "perfect" kinda sucks. Step By Ste

The Dance of the Ukulele

A quick reflection on dancing around the other musicians you play with. Push, pull, be dynamic! Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spa

The Renaissance Man: Uncle George Kahumoku, Jr.

Here's the conversation with one of my main mentors that we're all been waiting for! Truly just scratching the surface of the stories this amazing man can tell

"I Really Don't Like That Song, Dude!" - Keʻala Lindsey

In this episode I talk to next-generation slack key/ukulele player, Keʻala Lindsey, about learning by osmosis, Hawaiian immersion, and songs that don't land well wit

TLUP Classic: Isaac Wang & the Live Ukulele Origin Story

This episode throws back to season 2, episode 14 when I talked to my friend, Isaac Wang, about the beginning of our music careers and the website. I also share an update

"Kōkeʻe" - Kani Ka Pila Classics: ʻŌlelo Breakdown

Pronouncing the Hawaiian language correctly is one of the many important ways foreigners should respect the people, place, and culture of Hawaiʻi. In this episode, I walk

The #1 Goal for Every Uke Player: Serving the Music

Many people get caught up in the latest ukulele technique or strum they're learning and automatically add it to every song. This is a surefire way to make every song

Singing Expression & Lesson with Joey Bradley

Singing is a wonderful way to accompany your ukulele playing. Anyone can use it to create more diverse arrangements and connect better to the expression of their music.

Huh? What? My Plan For Not Going Deaf as a Musician

Working musicians are often around loud sounds. Ukulele players not so much, but it can still have an impact on your hearing. In this episode I discuss some areas that I